The Ultimate Creative Painting Quiz

After years of looking at simply painted walls, some people start wishing for a change of scenery. Rather than change the color, you can learn new ways to paint. You might be amazed at how far a little creativity can go. Take this quiz and find out what you know about creative painting.

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Question 1 of 20

Why change your approach to painting?

for a change of pace

Sometimes you just get bored with the standard approach. Try something new and exciting.

to save money

to help the environment

Question 2 of 20

How would you define wabi-sabi?

a very spicy sauce

a Japanese style of painting

Wabi-sabi is a Japanese approach to painting that focuses on imperfection as art.

a Jedi knight

Question 3 of 20

When using a stencil, why should you offload excess paint?

to save money

to avoid brush strokes

If you use too much paint when you stencil you might leave unattractive brush strokes. Always offload your excess paint.

to minimize damage to the stencil

Question 4 of 20

Which of these is the most efficient way to secure a stencil?

Tape it to the wall with painter's tape.

If you try holding a stencil while you paint it might move and ruin the design. Always secure the stencil, preferably with tape.

Hold it against the wall with your hand.

Glue it to the wall with epoxy glue.

Question 5 of 20

How can you tell that you've removed all of the excess paint from your brush?

The brush looks clean.

When you use a stencil brush it should look as though there is little or no paint on the brush.

The paint doesn't drip.

The brush is only half full.

Question 6 of 20

Which of these is the proper method for painting with stencils?

straight strokes from left to right

direct dabs with the tip of the brush

light circular strokes

When you paint with a stencil you should use small circular strokes to bring out an artistic effect with more depth.

Question 7 of 20

What should you do with a stencil after using it?

Blow dry it.

Wash it.

Always wash your stencils after using them. Otherwise the paint that builds up could clog the stencil.

Throw it out.

Question 8 of 20

Which of these types of flashlights should you use to create enlarged stencil designs?

any flashlight with a removable lens

By removing the lens from a flashlight and drawing a design onto the lens, you can produce enlarged patterns. Any flashlight will do.

a military flashlight

a waterproof flashlight

Question 9 of 20

What kinds of designs are best when enlarged?

designs with round edges

designs with clear and definite shapes

As you enlarge a design with a flashlight you will lose definition. The clearer and sharper the original, the better the larger version will be.

designs with words

Question 10 of 20

Once you have projected your design onto the wall with your flashlight, what should you do next?

Trace the design with a pencil.

The purpose of the flashlight is to project the design onto the wall so you can trace it with a pencil. You will complete the process with the lights on.

Start painting immediately.

Memorize the design placement.

Question 11 of 20

What sort of paint should you use to apply a lace pattern?

stencil paint

acrylic paint

spray paint

Simply lay a piece of lace over an item and spray paint over the lace. You'll basically be using the lace as a stencil.

Question 12 of 20

If you're using lace as a stencil, when should you remove the lace?

immediately after painting

once the paint has totally dried

Never move the lace while the paint is wet. It will likely smear the paint.

only after three to four hours

Question 13 of 20

How should you secure a flashlight when using it as a stencil?

Hold it in one hand while you trace.

Have a friend hold it for you.

Prop it on a stack of books.

It's very difficult to stand perfectly still, so if you try holding the flashlight in place it will likely move while you're tracing. Just prop the flashlight on a stack of books.

Question 14 of 20

When spray painting over lace, which of these methods should you use?

Apply one thick coat of paint.

Apply from right to left in a circular motion.

Apply and reapply in small amounts.

Rather than spray one thick coat of paint, try spraying lightly and repeating until the pattern is complete.

Question 15 of 20

What should you bear in mind regarding tissue paper techniques?

They are permanent.

The problem with tissue paper techniques is that they are very difficult to remove. Even if you paint over them the texture of the paper might show through.

They are extremely expensive.

They are bad for the environment.

Question 16 of 20

Where should you go to purchase glazing liquid?

a grocery store

a painting store

Glazing liquid is available at most painting stores. You can also try an arts supply store.

a hardware store

Question 17 of 20

When should you apply the tissue to the wall?

before you begin painting

while the satin finish is drying

While the satin finish you've applied is still wet you should apply the tissue paper. It will stick to the finish.

after you've completed all of the painting

Question 18 of 20

Why should you crumble tissue paper before applying it?

to achieve texture

Tissue paper painting is all about texture. Crumbling the paper is an easy way to achieve that texture.

to save space

to use up as much of the paper as possible

Question 19 of 20

Which of these should you use to apply glaze?

a paintbrush

a cotton rag

Glaze is not really paint. Rather than using a paintbrush, try using a cotton rag.

a spray bottle

Question 20 of 20

What is the difference between the way glaze looks when it's wet and when it's dry?

It looks light, but dries dark.

It looks dark, but dries light.

It looks milky, but dries clear.

Glaze always looks milky when it's wet. When it dries it will look clear and have whatever tint you've applied to it.